Steward/Dishwasher - Hotel Cleveland Autograph Collection

DEPARTMENT: Steward

REPORTS TO: Kitchen Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of janitorial and utility duties to ensure safety and cleanliness of assigned areas while performing excellent teamwork and guest service.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sweeps and mops floors. Cleans walls and floor mats.

Removes refuse, cleans trash containers and maintains the loading dock area in an orderly fashion.

Picks up trash in the kitchen and loading dock area.

Maintains the walk-in refrigerators.

Maintains the cleanliness of the storage areas, tools, equipment, carts and other areas/items as directed by Supervisor or Manager on duty.

Participates in dish area operations, as assigned. Returns items not sufficiently cleaned for a second wash.

Changes and disposes of grease.

Maintains a constant awareness of safety and accident prevention, immediately notifying the Manager and completing an accident/incident report in the event an accident occurs.

Assists fellow associates as needed.

Reports any maintenance problems or other problem areas to designated Manager on Duty.

Follows Company policies and procedures, safety and sanitation policies and procedures, and ensures compliance.

May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or overtime.

Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of the manager. Furthermore, tasks and responsibilities may be added or revised based on the volume of business and the need for the work to be completed at the present time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must be able to follow verbal and written directions.

Must be able to work with industrial cleaning supplies.

Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Ability of successfully multi-task several duties at one time.

EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma is desirable.

Previous restaurant or food service experience helpful.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess sufficient strength to perform job responsibilities.

Exert physical effort in lifting/transporting at least 50 pounds.

Push/pull carts and other equipment up to 250 pounds.

Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 4-hours in length.

Ability to perform various activities such as constant standing, walking, frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and squatting.

REQUIRED PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Closed toe, non-canvas and non-skid soled shoes.